Question

Why might a writer include a historical point of reference in an article about a scientific discovery or innovation? (What is the most likely reason?)

1:to help readers imagine how a complex process works
2:to help readers learn more about history as a subject area
3: to help readers distinguish between fact and opinion
4:to help readers recall what they already know about the topic

Answer 1

to help readers recall what they already know about the topic

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Answer 2

Number 4 (to help readers recall what they already know about the topic) is the correct answer.

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